How Publish Path Media handles information
This policy explains the collection, use, sharing, storage, security and retention of information connected with our Website, Platform and Services.
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Your Consent and Use of the Services
By accessing or using the Website or Platform, you acknowledge the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Where consent is required by applicable law, we will request it through an appropriate mechanism.
If you do not want your information handled in accordance with this Policy, you should discontinue use of the applicable Services or exercise the privacy rights available to you.
Information We May Collect
We may collect both personal information and non-personal or technical information.
A. Personal Information
Personal information is information that identifies, relates to, describes, or may reasonably be linked to an individual.
Depending on how you use our Services, this may include:
- full name;
- username;
- email address;
- telephone number;
- country or general location;
- Account credentials;
- billing or payment-related information;
- PayPal or other payment-account information where applicable;
- business or organization information;
- Publisher website information;
- Order details;
- communication records;
- support requests;
- feedback;
- information submitted during registration;
- authentication or authorization information;
- transaction and wallet information; and
- other information you voluntarily provide.
We do not intend to collect information that is unnecessary for the operation of the Services.
B. Technical and Usage Information
When you access the Website or Platform, certain information may be collected automatically.
This may include:
- IP address;
- browser type and version;
- device type;
- operating system;
- language settings;
- screen or display characteristics;
- referring pages;
- pages visited;
- links clicked;
- search activity;
- session duration;
- approximate geographic location;
- date and time of visits;
- interaction information;
- error or diagnostic information; and
- other technical or usage data.
Such information may be collected directly by us or through analytics, security, hosting, advertising, or technology providers.
Information From Visitors
You may visit certain public areas of the Website without creating an Account.
We may still automatically receive technical information such as IP address, browser information, cookie identifiers, and Website usage information.
Additional personal information is generally required only when you register, place an Order, contact us, subscribe to communications, or use Account-based Services.
Information Provided During Registration
When you create an Account, we may request information necessary to establish and operate that Account.
This may include your name, username, email address, country, password or authentication information, payment-related contact details, and other information reasonably necessary for the relevant User type.
Publishers may also be asked to provide information concerning websites, publication opportunities, payment preferences, and business details.
Communications With Us
If you contact customer service, send an email, submit a form, participate in live chat, or otherwise communicate with us, we may retain the information contained in that communication.
This may include your name, contact details, message content, Account information, transaction details, complaints, attachments, and other information you provide.
Where legally permitted and appropriately disclosed, telephone or support calls may be recorded for quality, training, security, or service-improvement purposes.
How We Collect Information
We may collect information through several methods, including:
- information you provide directly;
- Account-registration forms;
- transaction and Order forms;
- support communications;
- cookies and similar technologies;
- analytics services;
- authentication services;
- payment providers;
- security and fraud-prevention tools;
- email technologies;
- third-party integrations;
- Google API Services where enabled; and
- your general use of the Website or Platform.
Why We Use Personal Information
We may use personal information to:
- create and manage Accounts;
- authenticate Users;
- provide the Website and Platform;
- process Orders;
- facilitate transactions between Buyers and Publishers;
- process or facilitate payments;
- administer wallet balances;
- provide customer support;
- respond to requests and complaints;
- communicate transaction updates;
- provide technical assistance;
- investigate suspected fraud or misuse;
- protect Platform security;
- verify identity;
- improve Website functionality;
- personalize the User experience;
- perform internal analytics;
- measure Website performance;
- understand how Users interact with the Platform;
- maintain records;
- enforce our Terms and policies;
- meet legal and regulatory obligations;
- prevent abuse;
- develop new features and services;
- send service-related communications; and
- send marketing communications where permitted.
Use of Non-Personal and Aggregated Information
We may use aggregated, statistical, anonymized, or non-identifying information to understand usage patterns, improve our Services, conduct research, develop new functionality, and analyze business performance.
Where information has been properly anonymized so that it no longer identifies an individual, it may not be treated as personal information under certain privacy laws.
IP Address and Approximate Location
Our systems may automatically receive your IP address.
We may use IP-related information for:
- security;
- fraud prevention;
- approximate geolocation;
- troubleshooting;
- analytics;
- Website customization; and
- protection of the Platform and Users.
We generally use such information to determine broad geographic information rather than precise physical location unless a specific feature clearly requires otherwise.
Email Tracking
Emails sent by us may contain tracking technologies that help us understand whether a message was delivered, opened, or interacted with.
Such technologies may collect information such as:
- whether an email was opened;
- the date or approximate time of opening;
- links clicked;
- device type; and
- email interaction information.
We use this information to evaluate communication performance, improve messages, and understand User engagement.
Where required, you may be able to disable certain tracking technologies through your email client or privacy settings.
Google API Services
If our Services connect with Google API Services, our use and transfer of information received from Google APIs will comply with applicable Google API Services User Data requirements, including the Limited Use requirements where applicable.
Information obtained through Google APIs will be used only for purposes necessary to provide the applicable feature or functionality that you authorize.
Depending on the integration, Google-related information may include:
- name;
- email address;
- authentication information;
- authorization tokens; or
- other information specifically permitted by the User.
We do not use Google API information for unrelated advertising or other purposes prohibited by Google's applicable policies.
Analytics
We may use analytics services, including Google Analytics, to understand Website traffic and User interaction.
Analytics services may receive information such as:
- IP address;
- browser type;
- device information;
- Website pages visited;
- approximate location;
- referring website; and
- interaction data.
Analytics providers process information according to their own terms and privacy practices.
Where available, Users may use browser settings, consent tools, or provider-supplied opt-out mechanisms to limit analytics tracking.
How We May Share Information
We do not sell personal information merely because you use our Platform.
We may disclose personal information where reasonably necessary to operate the Services, including to:
- hosting providers;
- cloud infrastructure providers;
- analytics providers;
- payment processors;
- customer-support providers;
- email-delivery providers;
- security vendors;
- fraud-prevention providers;
- authentication providers;
- professional advisers;
- contractors assisting with Platform operations;
- Buyers or Publishers where necessary to complete an Order;
- affiliated companies where appropriate; and
- government authorities or other parties where disclosure is legally required.
Service providers should receive only the information reasonably necessary for their role and should process it subject to appropriate contractual or legal obligations.
Sharing Between Buyers and Publishers
Certain transaction information may need to be shared between Users in order to process an Order.
We encourage Users not to disclose unnecessary personal information.
Where Platform rules prohibit exchanging direct contact information or arranging off-platform transactions, Users must comply with those requirements.
Third-Party Advertising
The Website may display or link to advertisements, promotions, or services supplied by third parties.
Third-party advertisers may use cookies, pixels, web beacons, device identifiers, or other technologies in accordance with their own policies and applicable law.
Their technologies may collect information concerning:
- ad interactions;
- device information;
- browser activity;
- approximate location;
- unique identifiers; and
- interests or advertising preferences.
We do not control every privacy practice of third-party advertisers.
You should review the privacy policy of the relevant advertiser before providing personal information to it.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We and our service providers may use:
- cookies;
- pixels;
- web beacons;
- local storage;
- tracking tags;
- session identifiers; and
- similar technologies.
These technologies may be used to:
- remember login sessions;
- recognize devices;
- remember preferences;
- provide Platform functionality;
- improve Website performance;
- analyze traffic;
- measure campaigns;
- detect fraud;
- maintain security;
- personalize content;
- understand User behavior; and
- provide advertising where legally permitted.
Session and Persistent Cookies
Some cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser.
Other cookies may remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.
Persistent cookies can help remember preferences or recognize returning Users.
Controlling Cookies
Most browsers allow you to block, delete, or limit cookies.
You may also be able to configure your browser to notify you before cookies are stored.
Disabling certain cookies may cause portions of the Website or Platform to stop functioning properly.
Where required by applicable law, we may provide a cookie-consent mechanism allowing you to choose which optional categories of cookies may be used.
Payment Information
Payments may be processed through third-party payment providers.
We may receive limited transaction information, such as payment status, transaction identifiers, payer information, or payment-account contact details.
Where the payment provider collects full financial credentials directly, those credentials may be governed by the provider's own privacy and security policies.
Direct Marketing
Where permitted by applicable law, we may use contact details such as your email address or telephone number to send information concerning:
- new services;
- product updates;
- offers;
- promotions;
- Company news;
- relevant Platform developments; and
- educational or marketing content.
You may unsubscribe from promotional emails by using the unsubscribe mechanism included in the message or by contacting us.
Even if you opt out of marketing, we may continue sending non-promotional communications that are necessary for your Account, transactions, security, or legal notices.
International Data Transfers
Our business, infrastructure, Users, contractors, and service providers may operate in different countries.
As a result, your information may be stored, accessed, or processed outside your country of residence.
A destination country may have privacy laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction.
Where required by applicable law, we will use an appropriate legal mechanism or safeguard for international transfers.
Data Hosting
Personal information may be stored using third-party cloud or hosting infrastructure, including DigitalOcean or another provider selected by us.
Hosting providers may maintain servers in multiple geographic regions.
We take reasonable measures to select reputable infrastructure providers and protect information handled through our systems.
Security
We use reasonable administrative, organizational, and technical measures designed to protect personal information against:
- unauthorized access;
- unauthorized disclosure;
- loss;
- alteration;
- misuse;
- destruction; and
- unlawful processing.
Security measures may include access controls, authentication, secure hosting, logging, monitoring, and other industry-standard safeguards appropriate to the nature of the information.
However, no website, internet transmission, computer system, or method of electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Accordingly, we cannot promise that unauthorized access, cyberattacks, technical failures, or data loss will never occur.
User Responsibility for Account Security
You are responsible for protecting your Account credentials.
You should use a strong password and avoid sharing login details with others.
If you suspect unauthorized access to your Account, contact us promptly.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.
Retention periods may depend on:
- whether your Account remains active;
- transaction history;
- legal obligations;
- tax or accounting requirements;
- fraud-prevention needs;
- contractual obligations;
- dispute-resolution requirements;
- security needs; and
- applicable limitation periods.
When information is no longer reasonably required, we may delete, anonymize, or securely archive it, subject to applicable law.
Aggregated or properly anonymized information may be retained for longer periods.
Updating Your Personal Information
Where Account settings allow, you may review or update certain information directly from your dashboard.
You may also contact us if you believe information associated with your Account is inaccurate or incomplete.
We may request verification before making changes to sensitive information.
Deleting Your Information
You may request deletion of personal information by contacting:
We will review the request and act in accordance with applicable privacy law.
Some information may need to be retained despite a deletion request where necessary for:
- legal compliance;
- accounting or tax obligations;
- fraud prevention;
- dispute resolution;
- security;
- exercise or defense of legal claims; or
- another lawful purpose.
Deleting personal information may require termination of your Account or may prevent us from continuing to provide certain Services.
Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, applicable law may provide rights relating to your personal information.
These may include the right to:
- request access to personal information;
- request correction;
- request deletion;
- object to certain processing;
- restrict certain processing;
- withdraw consent;
- request data portability;
- opt out of certain marketing; and
- lodge a complaint with an applicable supervisory authority.
These rights are subject to legal conditions, exceptions, and verification requirements.
To submit a privacy request, contact us at Privacy@publishpathmedia.com.
Identity Verification for Privacy Requests
To protect personal information, we may verify your identity before responding to an access, correction, deletion, or similar privacy request.
We will request only information reasonably necessary for verification.
Where permitted by law, an authorized representative may submit a request on your behalf subject to appropriate verification.
Children's Privacy
The Services are not intended for children under eighteen (18).
We do not knowingly permit individuals under eighteen to maintain Platform Accounts.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from an underage User contrary to our policies, we may remove the Account and take reasonable steps to delete the relevant information, subject to legal requirements.
If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, contact us at Privacy@publishpathmedia.com.
Third-Party Websites and Services
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, social media platforms, advertisers, or applications.
Once you leave our Website or interact directly with a third party, that party's privacy policy may apply.
We are not responsible for privacy practices, security, content, or data collection carried out independently by third parties.
Business Transfers
If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition, investment, reorganization, financing, bankruptcy, sale of assets, or similar corporate transaction, personal information may be disclosed or transferred as part of that transaction where permitted by law.
Any recipient will remain subject to applicable privacy obligations concerning the transferred information.
Legal Disclosure
We may disclose information if we reasonably believe disclosure is required to:
- comply with applicable law;
- respond to a lawful court order, subpoena, or government request;
- enforce our Terms or policies;
- investigate fraud;
- protect the security of the Platform;
- protect Users or third parties;
- protect our legal rights; or
- prevent serious harm or unlawful activity.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date.
For material changes, we may also provide notice through the Website, Platform, email, or another reasonable method.
Where applicable law requires advance notice or renewed consent, we will provide it.
We encourage Users to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, comments, or complaints concerning this Privacy Policy or our handling of personal information, contact:
Publish Path Media
Website: publishpathmedia.com
Privacy Email: Privacy@publishpathmedia.com
Support Email: Support@publishpathmedia.com
We will make reasonable efforts to respond within an appropriate timeframe and within any deadline required by applicable law.
Contact Publish Path Media
For access, correction, deletion, privacy-rights requests, questions or complaints.